Antique Caucasian
& Persian
Kilims

From
the collection of Marla
Mallett

Dramatic kilims (kelims) were
produced by villagers and tribal nomads in the Caucasus--the current
countries of Azerbaijan, Georgia, Armenia and Dagestan as well as in
Northwest Persia. Slit tapestry
predominated. The pieces are often large, and typically have clear coloring and bold patterns.
Designs often consist of large hooked medallions arrayed in bands.
Simple banded designs were also popular.